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Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey, LCSW

Experienced New Jersey LCSW specializing in relationships and addiction
  • 25 years experience
  • Relationship and addiction care
  • CBT and trauma-focused therapy

About Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey

Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey is a New Jersey licensed therapist with 25 years of clinical experience helping people navigate complex life challenges. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with advanced training to provide psychotherapy - she works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, and sleep difficulties while offering support for parenting, career concerns, and compassion fatigue.

Kathy focuses on relationship and family dynamics, supporting clients through infidelity, codependency, family of origin issues, and communication problems. She also works with trauma and abuse, grief, social anxiety and phobia, and process addictions such as gambling, exercise, or pornography, helping clients reconnect with self-love, purpose, and healthier patterns of relating.

Her approach blends client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. Kathy places particular emphasis on addiction recovery, caregiver stress, and helping people cope with both natural and human-caused disasters, providing practical strategies alongside emotional support.

Known for a collaborative and compassionate style, Kathy prioritizes building resilience, clearer communication, and self-understanding. She provides therapy for LGBTQ clients and addresses women’s issues, anger, isolation, and forgiveness work, all with the goal of promoting meaningful personal growth and more authentic connections.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey have?

Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey has 25 years of experience.

Is Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. License details: NJ LCSW 44sc05755800.

In which languages does Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey as my therapist?

You can work with Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey work with international clients?

Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kathleen "Kathy" Harvey cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether virtual therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions, making it a practical option for many seeking support.



One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the mode of connection that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules and to access care from home or another comfortable setting.



Therapists who provide online care are licensed professionals, and clients may switch to a different therapist at any time if they need a different fit. For people weighing options, online therapy can offer accessible, consistent support from trained therapists while accommodating individual preferences and life demands.

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